Purchase Ledger Clerk

Uniting People; Tipton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment firm is seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk based in Tipton, West Midlands. The successful candidate will manage accounts payable systems, process invoices accurately, and maintain supplier relationships. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Sage software is essential. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure within a team. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic finance team and contribute to the organization's efficiency.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Proven knowledge of Sage 50 and/or Sage 200.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with various management levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accounts payable systems and processes.
• Process and record supplier invoices timely and accurately.
• Work closely with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Sage 50

Sage 200

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Proactivity

Teamwork

Job description

Based at Head Office in Tipton, West Midlands

8.30am-5.00pm

As Purchase Ledger Clerk you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the Groups accounts payable systems and processes. You will ensure that all supplier invoices are processed, recorded accurately, and paid within agreed timelines. The role often involves working closely with suppliers, internal departments, and the wider finance team to resolve queries and maintaining excellent stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and register all supplier invoices to the relevant accounts software across several companies.
• Match and process invoices with their matching receipts and obtain the required authorisation for invoice clearance.
• Follow up queries ensuring invoices are approved in a timely manner.
• Support and deal with supplier queries.
• Ensure accurate supplier statement reconciliations are completed.
• Process the timely process of payment runs to meet suppliers requested terms.
• Work within tight deadlines for month end processes.
• Maintain accurate purchase ledger accounts, and digital records, including payment terms and bank details.

Key Requirements

• A comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Working and proven knowledge of Sage 50 and/or Sage 200.
• Confident, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with managers at all levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Discretion and the ability to work with sensitive information/data.
• Ability to meet deadlines and respond positively to pressure.
• Ability to be proactive.
• Ability to work within a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.